Research Program Coordinator - 117568

Requisition ID: 117568

Research Program Coordinator

We are seeking a Research Program Coordinator to join the Center of the Electrophysiology Clinical Trials. This program supports a variety of ongoing and future clinical research studies within the Division of Cardiology. The position is ideal for individuals starting their careers in clinical research or transitioning into the field, as training and mentorship will be provided.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and oversight of clinical research studies in Electrophysiology, working collaboratively with the research team to ensure project success.
• Recruit and coordinate research subjects according to study objectives.
• Communicate study details and obtain informed consent (in-person or via telephone) with proper documentation in electronic medical records.
• Schedule study follow-up visits and research-related tests within the study timeframe to minimize protocol deviations.
• Monitor participants for protocol adherence and provide follow-up as needed.
• Maintain data collection and analysis systems, including management of subject binders, paper files, and electronic databases.
• Organize and maintain study records according to regulatory guidelines, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and patient privacy statutes.
• Assist with data collection, including conducting interviews and administering surveys.
• Ensure study-related supplies and equipment are available and functional.
• Prepare and submit research documents (e.g., protocols, amendments) to IRBs and other oversight bodies. Maintain compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), ICH guidelines, IRB requirements, and federal regulations.
• Assist with study timelines to ensure tasks are completed on schedule.
• Participate in team meetings and provide study updates.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to facilitate project execution.
• Collect and enter data from medical records and questionnaires, ensuring accuracy.
  
  
  

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with participants and team members.
• Attention to detail and adherence to research best practices and regulatory compliance.
  
  
  

Note: Training will be provided for tasks such as specimen handling, venipuncture, and laboratory procedures, as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
• Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in clinical research and cardiology, particularly Electrophysiology.
• Experience with customer service or participant-facing roles.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clinical research processes.
  
  
  

Classified Title: Research Program Coordinator

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD

Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($56,250 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: 8:30am-5:00pm M-F

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Hybrid/School of Medicine Campus

Department name: SOM DOM Cardiology

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information

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Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week